ARCHAIC CHINESE BRONZE WINE VESSEL, H 20" DIA 12'

ARCHAIC CHINESE BRONZE WINE VESSEL, H 20" DIA 12' The vessel is bronze and pear in shape, it has two large 'Taotie' masks at the lower part of the body, at the upper rim there are two smaller 'Taotie'. The vessel is decorated with Mythical Beast and geometric motifs throughout. The interior of the vessel is rough, it is not smooth.
Condition Report: There is a 4" long by 2" wide repair at the lower part of the body. Some shallow dents and some pitting. The patina shows oxidation. TW 11-20-19